Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bernice A. Ray School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bernice A. Ray School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bernice A. Ray School's student population of 463 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bernice A. Ray School ranks within the top 5% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernice A. Ray School is 0.45, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 455 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
73%
82%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernice A. Ray School's ranking?
Bernice A. Ray School is ranked #7 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Bernice A. Ray School often compared to?
Bernice A. Ray Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion W. Cross School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Bernice A. Ray School?
463 students attend Bernice A. Ray School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bernice A. Ray School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernice A. Ray School?
Bernice A. Ray School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bernice A. Ray School offer ?
Bernice A. Ray School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bernice A. Ray School part of?
Bernice A. Ray School is part of Hanover School District.
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